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Chickpea Crumbs

Enozia
Make crispy chickpea crumbs with canned chickpeas, garlic, and simple seasonings! An easy, crunchy breadcrumb alternative for salads, soups, and more.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 112 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chickpeas drained
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Arrange the canned, drained chickpeas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Pop in the oven preheated at 350°F and bake for about 15 minutes or until they have slightly dried out.
  • Remove and let them cool down, then add them to a food processor jar.
  • Blitz until you get coarse crumbs.
  • Transfer the crumbs back to a lined baking sheet.
  • Spray some oil over the crumbs and season with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bake at 350°F for another 15 minutes or until almost all of the moisture is gone and the crumbs are dry.

Notes

  • Drain and pat the canned chickpeas thoroughly dry before baking to help remove excess moisture.
  • Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on the baking sheet so they dry evenly during the first bake.
  • Let the chickpeas cool slightly before transferring them to the food processor.
  • Pulse in short bursts until the chickpeas resemble coarse breadcrumbs. Avoid overprocessing, as they can turn into a paste.
  • Spread the crumbs in a thin, even layer before the second bake to help them crisp up uniformly.
  • Adjust the garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste, or add smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, or chili flakes for extra flavor.
  • Let the crumbs cool completely on the baking sheet before storing, as they will become crispier as they cool.
  • Sprinkle over soups, salads, roasted vegetables, or pasta dishes, or use as a crunchy alternative to breadcrumbs.
  • Store cooled crumbs in an airtight container in the refrigerator, or freeze for longer storage. Reheat briefly in the oven if they lose their crunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 2mg
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